Trayvon Martin

Kenrya Rankin Feb 26, 2018 9:26AM EST

Martin’s death at the hands of a vigilante sparked the Black Lives Matter movement.

Brown woman in maroon t-shirt holds white sign with red, black and blue text in front of Black and Brown people in front of blue sky with white clouds and green and brown palm trees

Sameer Rao Jul 5, 2017 12:53PM EDT

Florida Judge Strikes Down Updated 'Stand Your Ground' Law

Critics say the latest version of the law that helped exonerate George Zimmerman allows more people to claim self defense, even when they provoked the encounter.

Kenrya Rankin May 4, 2017 10:25AM EDT

HBCU to Confer Posthumous Aviation Degree on Trayvon Martin

Were he not killed by a vigilante, the aspiring pilot would likely be graduating from college this spring.

Black girl in black dress with grayscale images of Black women, men and children next to Black boy in red tuxedo with black pants in front of black car on green grass in front of grey sky

Sameer Rao Apr 24, 2017 4:57PM EDT

Teen Says Sybrina Fulton Praised Her Prom Dress Featuring a Tribute to Trayvon Martin

Milan Bolden-Morris’ dress included the likeness of Fulton’s son, Trayvon Martin, alongside those of other Black people killed by police and White vigilantes.

Black-and-white composite image of Black man in black hat, jacket and pants next to White man in black tuxedo and white shirt next to Black boy in dark t-shirt with white text

Sameer Rao Mar 24, 2017 11:57AM EDT

Jay Z and Harvey Weinstein to Bring Trayvon Martin's Story to Film and TV

The duo behind “TIME: The Kalief Browder Story” acquired the rights to two books about Martin, including his parents’ recent memoir. They plan to turn them into a narrative film and docuseries.

Black woman in blue blouse and shirt next to Black man in white shirt in front of background with purple and white rendering of Black child

Sameer Rao Jan 31, 2017 1:46PM EST

Trayvon Martin's Parents Consider Run for Political Office

Sybrina Fulton and Tracy Martin’s memoir, “Rest In Power: The Enduring Life of Trayvon Martin,” is now available.

Colorlines screenshot of Vine video, taken on November 10, 2016.

Yessenia Funes Nov 10, 2016 4:06PM EST

WATCH: Latest #MannequinChallenge Video Highlights Police Brutality

Creator and Vine star Simone Shepherd depicts the deaths of Sandra Bland, Philando Castile and Alton Sterling.

Colorlines Staff Oct 3, 2016 12:43PM EDT

The 13 Most Badass Moments From Every Episode of 'Luke Cage'

Because we love you—and “Luke Cage” star Mike Colter—the Colorlines staff binged the entire season of this epic new edition to the Marvel Cinematic Universe. Here are the sexiest, craziest and otherwise Luke Cage-iest moments from each episode of season one.

Tracy Martin gray and white argyle sweater next to Sybrina Fulton in black cardigan and blue shirt, holding hands

Sameer Rao Sep 29, 2016 11:29AM EDT

Trayvon Martin Memoir to Hit Shelves in January

Martin’s parents, Sybrina Fulton and Tracy Martin, wrote “Rest In Power: The Enduring Life of Trayvon Martin” to explore their child’s life—and death.

Frank ocean in white outfit with purple lights

Sameer Rao Aug 30, 2016 10:12AM EDT

Frank Ocean's New Albums Didn't Shake the World, and That's Totally Fine

Despite the anticipation and repeated delays for what became “blond” and “Endless,” does Frank Ocean owe any more than what he delivered?

Women, girls and man on white and blue walkway in dresses and outfits of various colors

Sameer Rao Aug 29, 2016 10:08AM EDT

Beyoncé Honors Mothers of the Movement, Crushes 'Lemonade' Hits at MTV Video Music Awards

Plus, Rihanna took home the Video Vanguard Award, Kanye West spoke (a lot) and more from the VMAs.

Nine black women stand in a line on a stage

Kenrya Rankin Jul 27, 2016 7:43AM EDT

Mothers of the Movement Say Hillary Clinton is Unafraid to #SayTheirNames

Nine women—the mothers of Sandra Bland, Trayvon Martin and more—took to the stage at the DNC to endorse the candidate they feel cares the most about Black lives.

Young boy in gray and green coat and light gray hat holds a white sign above his head that says, "We want to grow up."

Kenrya Rankin Jul 13, 2016 10:51AM EDT

Out of Despair, Hope: The 3rd Anniversary of #BlackLivesMatter, Zimmerman Acquittal

Where were you when George Zimmerman walked free after killing Trayvon Martin?

Yessenia Funes Jul 8, 2016 5:00PM EDT

Some Numbers to Understand How Guns and Racism Go Hand in Hand

As seen with Alton Sterling and Philando Castile, a Black man with a gun can lead an officer to kill him instantly. The same can’t be said for White men.